Ex-servicemen falicitate Devendra

By A Staff Reporter

IMPHAL | Sept 6

Armed Forces Ex-Servicemen Association Manipur (AFESAM) felicitated Arjuna awardee Subedar Laishram Devendro Singh, Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) today at old airfield, Koirengei, Imphal.

Addressing the function, president of AFESAM, retired Colonel I. S. Chanam said Manipuri people are genetically modified as fighters. The state is popularly known to the world in culture, but now the state is also known for sports. Like Arjuna awardee, L. Devendro, many players have been contributing their talent for the country, he added.

Some of the players are namely Kunjarani, Dingko, Mary Kom, Sarita and now Devendro is also one among them. Due to this the state is known as powerhouse of sports.

He appreciated central and state governments for setting up of National Sports University in the state. The renowned players of the state should teach their skills to the youngsters in order to motivate and enhance their skills, Chanam added.

As a part of the programme general secretary of AFESAM, Lt. Col. L. Manongba highlighted achievements of Devendro and the struggle he faced during his career to Arjuna awardee.

Speaking to media persons, Manongba said the felicitation programme was held in order to motivate Devendro to achieve gold medal in the coming 2020 Olympic Games which would be held at Tokyo, Japan. He said Devendro is now a diamond of the state.

He appreciates the political agenda of the present government but it should be better if instead of their agenda “go to hills”, “brings the hills” would be far better. If the hills and valleys are united, bringing peace and harmony in the state would be easier. AFESAM is also taking part in the movement for a united Manipur, Manongba added.

Lt. Col. Ajay Sharma, PRO (defence), major A. K. Sharma, TA Bn, members of AFESAM and all the officers and staff of ECHS polyclinic, Imphal attend the function.